Serving 130 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Evergreen Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is equal to the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Evergreen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Evergreen Elementary School's student population of 130 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
130 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Evergreen Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Evergreen Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#94 out of 459 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
45%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
47%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
4%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evergreen Elementary School's ranking?
Evergreen Elementary School is ranked #94 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Evergreen Elementary School?
130 students attend Evergreen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Evergreen Elementary School students are White, 45% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Evergreen Elementary School?
Evergreen Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Evergreen Elementary School offer ?
Evergreen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Evergreen Elementary School part of?
Evergreen Elementary School is part of Wrangell Public School District.
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